Swiftcurrent Creek All I needed was the last thing I wanted.

He had expected a different response from Akavir, but instead of opening his smart mouth the Alpha fixed his brother with a firm stare. Viinturuth splayed his pallid ears and swallowed, his brow tightening. A berating was the last thing he thought to receive, but regret for his confession began to nudge its way to the forefront of his mind.

A scolding did not come, however. Viinturuth's expression shifted to one of confusion; what, Akavir?